CFA 006/2026 National Medical Officer

Job Description

Under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer, the overall supervision of the Director of the Staff Health and Welfare Division in Geneva and the administrative supervision of the Deputy Regional Director for Management, the successful candidate is responsible and accountable for providing occupational health services and support primarily to the  IOM Employees and non-staff ( as per rules) based in Africa, North America and Latin America and the Caribbean.

Responsibilities

1. Management of Medical Examinations

• Review the medical examination of all IOM staff as well as non – staff in the area of responsibility. Review, assess and take decisions about fitness for work for the proposed position and location, work accommodation, and mobility that are based on individualized medical risk assessments. 

• Consider and report on matters affecting the health, safety and welfare of persons at work

• Record all data in the dedicated software. Analyse the trends and health promotions interventions.

1.  Medical Insurance

• Assess if there are any insurance exclusions upon entry in one of the IOM Insurance plans and any conditions limiting the staff's work capacity and authorize eventual extended insurance coverage upon exist (CACP). 

• Whilst maintaining strict medical confidentiality, respond in a timely manner to specific enquiries/queries concerning insurance issues, in close coordination with the Insurance Unit Manila team with technical help from the Insurance Unit in the Department of Human Resources (DHR) Geneva, Regional Medical Officer and Chief Medical Officer. 

• Provide explanations and advice to any insured staff about decisions taken (e.g.  treatments requiring prior approval, high medical expenses, entitlement after cessation of participation, treatment outside the duty station)

1. CP and Occupation Accident effective support:

• Assist Regional Medical Officer with the timely review of Occupational Accidents and Illness Claims of IOM staff and non-staff

• Assist Regional Medical Officer with the colligated categorization of the notified occupational injuries of IOM staff and non-staff for submission of final categorization 

1. Sick Leave Management and determination of entitlements

• Assess the documents and manage sick leaves as per relevant administrative instructions. Ensure accuracy of data recording in the medical software (Earthmed) 

• In close coordination with Regional Medical Officer follow staff with prolonged sick leaves and coordinate a Return-to-work plan.

• Joint case management with Staff Welfare of PSL related to a mental health condition. 

• Assess the supporting documents and prepare recommendations to HR for special education grant and disabled child allowance as per USRR 

• Assess in a timely manner the degree of non-occupational residual impairment of staff under IOM’s insurance plans, or under UNJSPF or under the UN Malicious act insurance when applicable. Prepare the recommendation and case summary/review cases to be submitted to SPC for disability benefit/child disability under UNJSPF in coordination with the Regional Medical Officer, the Head of OHU GSS and the Chief Medical Officer

1. Travel for medical reasons (TMR) and medical evacuations

• Recommend, authorize and coordinate as per relevant SOPs, medical travel and emergency medical evacuations of staff and dependents 

• Follow-up all medical travel, medical evacuation within area of responsibility, document the cases and manage occupational health aspects (sick leave, work accommodation, determination of fitness to work, disability) on case-to-case basis.

1. Effective Occupational Health Support

• Provide occupational health and safety management. Advise on the provision of safe and healthy conditions in the workplace

• Propose and develop health promotion projects and programs in line with DHR strategic priorities. Coordinate together with Regional Medical Officer implementation and supervision of the projects

• Provide support in line with relevant IOM polices and standing INs, as well as promote compliance with relevant health and safety legislation

• Consider and report on matters affecting the health, safety and welfare of persons at work

1. Travel Clearance 

• Proceed to employee’s medical clearances for official travel and recommend health travel advice and mitigation measures as per the health profile of the destination in accordance with WHO recommendations.

1. Health risk assessment

• Undertake travel to mission (TDYs) upon request from the Regional Medical Officer to perform Health risk assessment (HRA) and MHSE assessment of the duty station using the recommended methodology by UNMD and to meet staff and HR partners to explain and clarify occupational health and insurance issues.

• Perform any other duties may be required. 

Qualifications

EDUCATION

• University Degree in Medicine   from an accredited academic institution, with seven (7) years of relevant professional experience. 
• Valid medical license is a must.

• Specialization in General Medicine, Occupational Health, Travel Medicine, or Infectious Diseases is an advantage.

  Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database.

EXPERIENCE

• Minimum seven years’ experience in occupational health, including in the context of travel and tropical medicine.

• Experience in liaising with international organizations will be an asset.

SKILLS

• Broad knowledge of theories and techniques of occupational health, prevention, diagnosis and treatment of occupational and behavioural disorders, promotion of physical and mental health and control of substance abuse;
• Knowledge and familiarity in dealing with occupational health issues related to crisis and in developing countries;
• General knowledge of the work environment including regulatory requirements;
• Knowledge of legal and ethical issues related to occupational health care practice.

Required Competencies

IOM’s competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 1

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization’s priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Notes

Please refer to this link for guidance on IOM Job Category.

1. Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.
2. This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.
3. Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
4. IOM has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and IOM, including sexual exploitation and abuse, sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination based on gender, nationality, age, race, sexual orientation, religious or ethnic background or disabilities.
5. IOM does not charge a fee at any stage of its recruitment process (application, interview, processing, training or other fee). IOM does not request any information related to bank accounts.
6. IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
7. No late applications will be accepted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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